Jinotega Department, Nicaragua · North America
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Jinotega is a town located in Jinotega Department, Nicaragua. With a population of 55,000, it is an important destination in North America.
On a road trip, Jinotega sits in Nicaragua. It's in the America/Managua time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Jinotega to your route.
Jinotega (Spanish pronunciation: [xinoˈteɣa]) (derived from Náhuatl: Xiotenko 'place next to the jiñocuajo trees') is the capital city of the Department of Jinotega in north-central Nicaragua.
The city is located in a long valley surrounded by the cool climate and Dariense Isabelia ridge located 142 km north of theRead more
capital Managua. In 2012, the Department of Jinotega had a total population of 417,372, of which 123,548 lived in the municipality. Of the total population, 50.5% are men and 49.5% are women, and almost 38.4% of the population lives in the urban area. Jinotega produces 80% of Nicaragua's coffee, which is exported to the United States, Russia, Canada and Europe.
Within the city of Jinotega are several rivers and a lake. Lake Apanas, an artificial lake of 51 square kilometers, provides hydropower to much of the country. Although there is debate as to the origin of the name, Jinotega is colloquially known as "The City of Mists" (Ciudad de la Brumas) for the magnificent whisks of clouds continuously feathering through the top of the valley. Other generally accepted names are "The Eternal City of Men", and the "City of Eternal Men".
Jinotega is bordered to the
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Jinotega is located in Jinotega Department, Nicaragua, North America. The coordinates are 13.0910 latitude, -86.0023 longitude.
Jinotega has a population of approximately 55,000 people, making it a town in Nicaragua.
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